Gawked: meaning, definitions and examples

to stare rudely

To gawk means to stare openly and in a rude or awkward manner. It is often associated with people staring at something unusual or surprising, often to the point of being disrespectful. This verb can imply a lack of discretion or subtlety in how someone observes their surroundings. Gawking can occur in various situations, such as seeing a celebrity, a car accident, or an unusual event. The term is commonly used in informal contexts.

gawk, gaze, ogle, peer, stare

Examples of usage

• She gawked at the celebrity walking by.

• The tourists gawked at the street performers.

• He couldn't help but gawk at the magnificent building.

• They gawked in disbelief at the news.

• Children gawked at the circus animals.